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Alfred was born on 25 January 1892 in Springfield, Tasmania.
He was a labourer and farmer before joining the Australian Imperial Force receiving a commission in 1917.
On 8 August 1918 the 28th Battalion attacked an enemy trench east of Villers-Bretonneux during the Battle of Amiens. Initially stopped by wire 40 yards short of the German trench L…

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The Western Front Association (WFA) was formed with the aim of furthering interest in The Great War of 1914-1918. We also aim to perpetuate the memory, courage and comradeship of all those on all sides who served their countries in France and Flanders, and their own countries, during The Great War.